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Course Descriptions

 

Psychology
  

  • PSYC 1101 - Introduction to General Psychology (3 Credit Hours)


    An introduction to the full breadth of the science and practice of psychology including such topics as research methodology, neurobiology, learning, cognition, emotion and abnormal psychology, development, personality, and social psychology.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • PSYC 1101H - Honors: Introduction to General Psychology (3 Credit Hours)


    An introduction to the full breadth of the science and practice of psychology including such topics as research methodology, neurobiology, learning, cognition, emotion and abnormal psychology, development, personality, and social psychology. This is an Honors Course.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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  • PSYC 2101 - Introduction to Psychology of Adjustment (3 Credit Hours)


    An examination of applied psychological theory and research as related to self exploration, enhancement of mental health and well being, and prevention of behavioral and mental disorders. Topics will include values development, conflict resolution, lifestyle management, anxiety and stress, and effective interpersonal communication.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • PSYC 2103 - Introduction to Human Development (3 Credit Hours)


    The study of behavioral, cognitive, emotional and psychosocial changes across the life span. Major developmental theories and research will be examined. Note: This course is intended primarily for nursing and allied health majors. For more detailed coverage of developmental topics, the student may wish to consider PSYC 3131 and/or PSYC 3133.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • PSYC 2150 - Introduction to Human Diversity (3 Credit Hours)


    An examination of a variety of gender, age, racial, ethnic and cultural issues from a psychological and, to a lesser extent, biological perspective, especially as these influence individual development. Emphasis will be placed on historical trends, communication, critical thinking, and healthy functioning in an increasingly diverse world.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • PSYC 2990 - Undergraduate Research (1 TO 4 Credit Hours)


    Early level supervised research on a psychological topic of interest to the student and supervisor. Advanced planning is required since activities must be approved by ethics committees of AU and any host agency.


    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1 TO 4

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 9
    Schedule Type: Seminar - Small Group, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one)


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  • PSYC 3121 - Quantitative Methods (3 Credit Hours)


    A study of parametric and nonparametric statistics used in correlational and experimental designs in psychological research, including computer applications. This course is a prerequisite to PSYC 3122, Research Methods, and to most all 4000-level PSYC courses.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: (PSYC1101 >= C or PSYC1101H >= C or PSYC1103 >= C or SOCI1103 >= C or PSYC1105 >= C) and (MATH1111 >= D or MATH1001 >= D or MATH1113 >= D)
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • PSYC 3122 - Research Methods (3 Credit Hours)


    A survey of correlational and experimental research methods used in psychology. Students will use scientific methods in conducting research projects and will write reports using APA style. This course is a prerequisite to most all 4000-level PSYC courses.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: (PSYC1101 >= C or PSYC1101H >= C or PSYC1103 >= C or SOCI1103 >= C or PSYC1105 >= C) and PSYC3121 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • PSYC 3131 - Child and Adolescent Development (3 Credit Hours)


    A study of behavioral, emotional, cognitive, and maturational changes from conception through adolescence. Developmental theories and research are presented with emphasis on applying concepts to life experience.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: (PSYC1101 >= C or PSYC1101H >= C or PSYC1103 >= C or SOCI1103 >= C or PSYC1105 >= C)
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • PSYC 3133 - Adult Development and Aging (3 Credit Hours)


    A study of physical, emotional, cognitive, behavioral, and psychosocial changes occurring from young adulthood to old age. Focus is placed on topics such as preventive health measures, relationships, work and retirement, and death and dying issues.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: (PSYC1101 >= C or PSYC1101H >= C or PSYC1103 >= C or SOCI1103 >= C)
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching


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  • PSYC 3140 - Theories of Personality (3 Credit Hours)


    A survey of major theories of personality along with primary research on the biological, sociocultural and psychological foundations of personality. Emphasis will be placed on the integrated aspects of personality.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: (PSYC1101 >= C or PSYC1101H >= C or PSYC1103 >= C or SOCI1103 >= C)
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Seminar - Small Group, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • PSYC 3143 - Abnormal Psychology (3 Credit Hours)


    The study of various forms of maladaptive behaviors and intellectual deficits with focus upon terminology and classification systems, etiology, and recognition of primary symptoms.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: (PSYC1101 >= C or PSYC1101H >= C or PSYC1103 >= C or SOCI1103 >= C)
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • PSYC 3145 - Clinical Psychology (3 Credit Hours)


    A critical examination of psychological and biological/medical interventions with disturbed individuals, principally to compare various diagnostic approaches and major psychotherapeutic models.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC3143 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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  • PSYC 3178 - Psychology Applied to the Workplace (3 Credit Hours)


    A survey of psychology as applied to the workplace. Topics include personnel selection, training, performance appraisal, motivation, work vs. leisure; leadership, and organizational development.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: (PSYC1101 >= C or PSYC1101H >= C)
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • PSYC 3180 - Drugs and Behavior (3 Credit Hours)


    An introduction to psychopharmacology in its broadest sense, including drug-taking relationships with sociocultural and economic factors, mechanisms of drug action, drug classifications, psychological effects of drugs, abuse and addiction, and psychotherapeutic drugs.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: (PSYC1101 >= C or PSYC1101H >= C or PSYC1103 >= C or SOCI1103 >= C)
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • PSYC 3183 - Health Psychology (3 Credit Hours)


    A survey of the scientific and clinical study of behavior as it relates to wellness, disease, disease prevention, and rehabilitation.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: (PSYC1101 >= C or PSYC1101H >= C or PSYC1103 >= C or SOCI1103 >= C)
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching


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  • PSYC 3188 - Human Sexuality (3 Credit Hours)


    This course will provide an overview of sexual development along with the biological, sociocultural, and psychological influences on sexuality and sexual behavior. Sexual dysfunctions, deviations, and victims of sexual assault will also be discussed.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: (PSYC1101 >= C or PSYC1101H >= C or PSYC1103 >= C or SOCI1103 >= C)
    Repeat Status: No
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • PSYC 3190 - Ethical and Professional Foundations (3 Credit Hours)


    This course will provide an examination of career opportunities for persons majoring in psychology. In addition the course provides an overview of ethics related to psychology, a foundation in scientific reading and writing, and the foundation to be competitive for future careers.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: (PSYC1101 >= C or PSYC1101H >= C or PSYC1103 >= C or SOCI1103 >= C)
    Repeat Status: No
    Major Restrictions: Psychology
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • PSYC 3950 - Selected Topics (1 TO 5 Credit Hours)


    A study, either in a special classroom or on an individual (but supervised) basis, of a selected psychological topic not addressed in the current curriculum.


    Lecture Hours: 1 TO 5

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: (PSYC1101 >= C or PSYC1101H >= C)
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 98
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • PSYC 4115 - History and Systems of Psychology (3 Credit Hours)


    The scientific and philosophic antecedents and trends influencing psychology and the development of its principal theoretical schools. Emphasis will be placed on understanding current trends from an historical perspective.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC3121 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Major Restrictions: Psychology Class Restrictions: Junior-Semester, Senior-Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching


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  • PSYC 4125 - Psychological Tests and Measurement (3 Credit Hours)


    Construction and characteristics of tests and measurement scales, including standardization, reliability and validity. The course will include a survey of individual and group tests used in various psychological, educational, business and clinical settings.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC3121 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Major Restrictions: Psychology Class Restrictions: Junior-Semester, Senior-Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • PSYC 4165 - Learning Principles and Applications (3 Credit Hours)


    The course will focus on the theory and methods of empirically derived principles of conditioning and learning on human and animal subjects.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC3121 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Major Restrictions: Psychology Class Restrictions: Junior-Semester, Senior-Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • PSYC 4168 - Cognitive Psychology (3 Credit Hours)


    This course will examine the scientific study of human mental processes, including language, memory, problem solving, and attention. The course will emphasize thinking critically about issues central to cognition, grasping the logic of research design and understanding how to weigh evidence in evaluating explanations.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC3121 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Major Restrictions: Psychology Class Restrictions: Junior-Semester, Senior-Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • PSYC 4173 - Social Psychology (3 Credit Hours)


    A survey of social influences on individual and group behavior. Special topics will include attitude formation and change, social perception and attribution processes, interpersonal attraction, aggression, altruism, social influence, and group dynamics.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC3121 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Major Restrictions: Psychology Class Restrictions: Junior-Semester, Senior-Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching


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  • PSYC 4180 - Behavioral Neuroscience (3 Credit Hours)


    An examination of the biological bases of behavior and mental processes to include learning, perception, emotion, cognition, personality and deviance.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC3121 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Major Restrictions: Psychology Class Restrictions: Junior-Semester, Senior-Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study


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  • PSYC 4950 - Selected Topics (1 TO 3 Credit Hours)


    An intensive study, either in a special classroom course or on an individual (but supervised) basis, of a selected psychological area not addressed in the current curriculum.


    Lecture Hours: 1 TO 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC3121 >= C
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Major Restrictions: Psychology Class Restrictions: Junior-Semester, Senior-Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • PSYC 4960 - Undergraduate Internship (1 TO 9 Credit Hours)


    Supervised field experience in a variety of cooperating community institutions or agencies. Registration requires advanced planning with the Director of Undergraduate Internships.


    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC3122 >= C
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Class Restrictions: Senior-Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • PSYC 4990 - Undergraduate Research (1 TO 9 Credit Hours)


    Supervised research on a psychological topic of interest to the student and supervisor. Advanced planning is required since activities must be approved by ethics committees of AU and any host agency.


    Lecture Hours: 1 TO 9

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: (PSYC3122 >= C or PSYC2990 >= C)
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • PSYC 4999 - Senior Capstone Experience (3 Credit Hours)


    A senior level course in which students integrate and apply the scientific method and theories of psychology. In the lab component of the course, students will use theoretical knowledge and research design skills to implement a complete research project. Seminars will include topics that help prepare the student for graduation and futher professional development.


    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC3122 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Program Restrictions: 1BS-PSYCH-BS-Psychology Class Restrictions: Senior-Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic


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  • PSYC 6115 - History and Systems of Psychology (3 Credit Hours)


    The scientific and philosophical antecedents influencing psychology, and the development of psychology’s principal theoretical schools. Emphasis will be placed on understanding current trends from an historical perspective.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching


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  • PSYC 6121 - Research Methods I (3 Credit Hours)


    This course covers theory and application of experimental design in psychology. Topics include but are not limited to controlling confounding variables, hypothesis testing, APA style guidelines, and univariate statistics. The use of computers in psychological research will also be covered.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study


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  • PSYC 6122 - Research Methods II (3 Credit Hours)


    A continuation of PSYC 6121 in examining the theory and application of experimental and correlational designs in psychological research. Focus is placed particularly on ultivariate designs and analysis, with other topics including qualitative analyses, research ethics, and APA style guidelines. Computer application of course material will be emphasized.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC6121 >= B
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study


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  • PSYC 6126 - Cognitive Assessment (3 Credit Hours)


    Review of theory and application as related to psychological tests of intellectual and cognitive functioning. The application part of the course focuses on supervised practice in the individual administration and scoring of widely used, psychometically sound cognitive tests. Moreover, emphasis is placed on interpretation of test results through, for example, multiple reports and feedback of written communication.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • PSYC 6127 - Personality Assessment (3 Credit Hours)


    Examination of the theoretical and practical issues in personality and diagnostic assessment, with an emphasis on reliability, validity, and test construction, and an emphasis on diagnosis using the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • PSYC 6130 - Developmental Psychology (3 Credit Hours)


    A study of biological, cognitive, psychosocial and ecological changes in life span development. The evolution of developmental theory is examined with emphasis on current research in the field.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • PSYC 6143 - Behavior Pathology (3 Credit Hours)


    The study of the etiology, explanatory models, and terminology associated with diagnosis of disorders described in the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual. Students will have extensive practice at diagnosing from video clips and written case studies.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC3143 >= C
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study


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  • PSYC 6145 - Therapeutic Interventions I (3 Credit Hours)


    A critical comparison of therapeutic approaches to behavior disorders and problems of daily living, including psychodynamic behavioral, humanistic and cognitive-behavioral models. Practical training in interviewing and therapy is provided.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC6143 >= B
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • PSYC 6146 - Therapeutic Interventions II (3 Credit Hours)


    A continuation of PSYC 6145, with critical comparison of therapeutic approaches to behavior disorders and problems of daily living, including psychodynamic behavioral, humanistic and cognitive-behavioral models. Practical training in interviewing and therapy is provided.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC6143 >= B and PSYC6145 >= B
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • PSYC 6147 - Seminar in Group Process (3 Credit Hours)


    The application of psychotherapeutic and counseling theory to group intervention. Group interactions are used to explore feelings, attitudes, cognition, and interpersonal impact upon others. Techniques of group facilitation and personal exploration are emphasized.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Seminar - Small Group, Independent Study, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • PSYC 6149 - Career Counseling (3 Credit Hours)


    Examination of theories of career development and approaches to career counseling in a variety of contexts and populations. Students will become familiar with career counseling assessments, counseling techniques, career development across the lifespan, and ethical issues related to practice. Practical training in career counseling is provided.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Program Restrictions: 1MS-PSYCH-MS-Psychology Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Master of Science
    Schedule Type: Lecture


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  • PSYC 6165 - Learning Principles and Applications (3 Credit Hours)


    The course will focus on the theory and methods of empirically derived principles of conditioning and learning on human and animal subjects. Special attention will be given to clinical and personal applications of the material.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • PSYC 6168 - Cognitive Psychology (3 Credit Hours)


    This course will examine the scientific study of human mental processes, including language, memory, problem solving, concept formation and attention. The course will emphasize thinking critically about issues central to cognition, grasping the logic of research design and understanding how to weigh evidence in evaluating explanations.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Program Restrictions: 1MS-PSYCH-MS-Psychology Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • PSYC 6173 - Social Psychology and Human Diversity (3 Credit Hours)


    An advanced survey of the traditional areas of research in social psychology including social cognition, the self, attitudes, social influence, prejudice, prosocial behavior, aggression and groups. Emphasis will be placed on relationship of diversity (e.g., gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, disability) with these topic areas.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching


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  • PSYC 6175 - Diversity Issues in Counseling (3 Credit Hours)


    Emphasis on knowledge, attitudes, and skills related to assessment and psychotherapeutic interventions with individuals different from the student, including characteristics such as culture, race, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, and religious preference. Review of theories, trends, and research in assessing and counseling special populations.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Program Restrictions: 1MS-PSYCH-MS-Psychology Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Master of Science
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Asynchronous Instruction


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  • PSYC 6181 - Behavioral Neuroscience (3 Credit Hours)


    Consideration of the biological bases of behavior, particularly the role of forebrain structures. Clinical neuropsychology will receive special focus. An undergraduate course in biological psychology is recommended but not required.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • PSYC 6182 - Clinical and Addictive Psychopharmacology (3 Credit Hours)


    A critical examination of contemporary chemical-based therapies for psychological disorders; and a survey of the theoretical, etiological and treatment aspects of drug abuse and (especially) drug addiction. Undergraduate preparation in biological psychology and/or psychopharmacology is preferred but not required.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching


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  • PSYC 6190 - Professional and Ethical Foundations (1 Credit Hour)


    The course will address multiple professional issues, including licensing, professionalism, the scope of psychology, and specializations in the field. In addition, the course will serve as an orientation to the program. All students will be required to demonstrate competency in their knowledge of the discipline of psychology.


    Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • PSYC 6191 - Ethical Issues in Psychology (3 Credit Hours)


    A critical evaluation of the ethical issues associated with the practice of psychology. Students will learn about the APA code of ethics associated with both treatment and research in the discipline. Students will be provided with information to make informed ethical decisions in their profession.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Program Restrictions: 1MS-PSYCH-MS-Psychology Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • PSYC 6921 - Research Methods Lab I (1 Credit Hour)


    Designed to be taken concurrently with PSYC 6121 Research Methods I. Provides in-depth experience with design of independent research projects. Other topics include writing APA style manuscripts and statistical analysis using computer software.


    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC6121 >= B
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • PSYC 6922 - Research Methods Laboratory II (1 Credit Hour)


    Designed to be taken concurrently with PSYC 6122 Research Methods II. Provides in-depth experience with data collection and analysis of independent research projects. Other topics include writing APA style manuscripts and statistical analysis using computer software.


    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC6122
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • PSYC 6926 - Cognitive Assessment Practicum (1 Credit Hour)


    Designed to be taken concurrently with PSYC 6126 Cognitive Assessment. Provides in-depth supervised experience with administration, scoring, and summarizing the results of cognitive assessments applicable to professional psychology.


    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC6126
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • PSYC 6927 - Personality Assessment Practicum (1 Credit Hour)


    Designed to be taken concurrently with PSYC 6127 Personality Assessment. Provides in-depth supervised experience with administration, scoring, interpreting, and summarizing the results of empirically-derived personality assessment instruments applicable to professional psychology, including the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-2.


    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • PSYC 6930 - Research Practicum I (3 Credit Hours)


    In-depth research experience under the supervision of a faculty member. Readings will focus on research ethics and diversity issues in psychological science. Prerequisite(s): Graduate status and prior approval by the faculty instructor or supervisor.


    Lecture Hours: 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No Repeat Limit: 0
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • PSYC 6931 - Research Practicum II (3 Credit Hours)


    In-depth research experience under the supervision of a faculty member. An emphasis will be placed on writing, professional issues, and philosophy of science. Prerequisite(s): Graduate status and prior approval by the faculty instructor or supervisor.


    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • PSYC 6940 - Industrial-Organization Internship (1 TO 3 Credit Hours)


    Individually supervised field work in the area of human resources or industrial/organizational psychology in an applied setting relevant to the student’s professional goals. In order to enroll in an Industrial/Organizational Internship,students must have completed 18 graduate hours with a B average or better and have the approval of their academic advisor. May be repeated for credit.


    Lecture Hours: 1 TO 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC6121 >= B and PSYC6122 >= B and PSYC6178 >= C
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • PSYC 6945 - Therapeutic Intervention Practicum I (1 Credit Hour)


    Designed to be take concurrently with PSYC 6145 Therapeutic Interventions I. Provides in-depth supervised experience with individual psychotherapy. Topics include initial interview and assessments, therapy micro skills, and therapeutic techniques to include humanistic, gestalt, behavioral, and cognitive modalities.


    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC6145
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • PSYC 6946 - Therapeutic Intervention Practicum II (1 Credit Hour)


    Designed to be take concurrently with PSYC 6146 Therapeutic Interventions II. Provides in-depth supervised experience with individual psychotherapy. Topics include initial interview and assessments, therapy micro skills, and empirically based therapy techniques.


    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC6146 >= B and PSYC6945 >= B
    Repeat Status: No
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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  • PSYC 6950 - Special Topics (1 TO 3 Credit Hours)


    Supervised independent study or seminars on topics chosen to meet the needs and interests of graduate students which make use of the expertise of the faculty and consultants. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): Graduate status and prior approval by the faculty instructor or supervisor.


    Lecture Hours: 1 TO 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • PSYC 6960 - Clinical Internship (1 TO 9 Credit Hours)


    Individually supervised clinical or counseling field work in an applied setting relevant to the student’s professional goals. Students are strongly encouraged to complete PSYC 6147 Seminar in Group Processes, PSYC 6145 Therapeutic Interventions in Clinical and Counseling Psychology I, and PSYC 6146 Therapeutic Interventions in Clinical and Counseling II either before or concurrent with the applied internship. Students must have completed 18 graduate hours with a B average or better and have the approval of their academic advisor. May be repeated for credit.


    Lecture Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC6190 >= B and PSYC6126 >= C and PSYC6127 >= C and PSYC6143 >= C
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • PSYC 6970 - Teaching Internship (1 TO 9 Credit Hours)


    Individually supervised field work in a teaching or educational setting relevant to the student’s professional goals. In order to enroll in a Teaching Internship,students must have completed 18 graduate hours with a B average or better and have the approval of their academic advisor. May be repeated for credit.


    Lecture Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC6190 >= B
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • PSYC 6980 - Research Internship (1 TO 9 Credit Hours)


    Individually supervised fieldwork of a research nature relevant to the student’s professional goals. In order to enroll in a Research Internship, students must have completed 18 graduate hours with a B average or better and have the approval of their academic advisor. May be repeated for credit.


    Lecture Hours: 1 TO 9

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit
    Prerequisites: PSYC6121 >= B and PSYC6122 >= B and PSYC6190 >= B
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • PSYC 6990 - Thesis Research (1 TO 3 Credit Hours)


    The thesis is an independent research project conducted under the supervision of a faculty supervisor. All students pursuing the thesis option must complete a thesis proposal before data collection and defend their completed thesis to a faculty committee. Most thesis students will enroll in PSYC 6990 during the semester they write their thesis proposal and again during the semester they collect data and finish writing the thesis. May be repeated for credit. Only six hours of credit count toward the Master in Science degree. Prerequisite(s): Completion of a minimum of 18 graduate hours in psychology with a B average or better, and approval of the thesis option on the student’s plan of study.


    Lecture Hours: 0

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis


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  • PSYC 6995 - Independent Research (1 TO 3 Credit Hours)


    Independent research conducted under the supervision of a faculty supervisor. May be repeated for Credit. Prerequisite(s): completion of a minimum of 18 graduate hours in psychology with a B average or better, and approval of the student’s faculty advisor.


    Lecture Hours: 1 TO 3

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
    Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99
    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester
    Schedule Type: Lecture, Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic, Lecture/Unsupervi Lab/Clinic, Seminar - Small Group, Supervised Lab/Clinic, Unsupervised Lab/Clinic, Independent Study, Directed Study (one-to-one), Asynchronous Instruction, Practice Teaching, Internship/Practicum, Thesis, Dissertation


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